Plant Manager; Metal Manufacturing

Job Description

Plant Manager Metal Manufacturing

Location:

Lima, OH

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing leadership, production management, continuous improvement, and employee development.

This position is responsible for managing plant operations, improving production performance, controlling costs, and ensuring the facility meets operational and financial goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily plant operations, including production, assembly, quality, maintenance, and materials management.
• Lead, supervise, and develop production teams to achieve operational goals.
• Establish production targets and monitor performance to ensure efficiency and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety regulations, company policies, and quality standards.
• Identify and implement process improvements, cost-saving initiatives, and operational efficiencies.
• Manage plant budgets, operating expenses, and overall financial performance.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Purchasing, Finance, and Human Resources departments.
• Oversee equipment maintenance and repairs to minimize downtime.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure accurate recordkeeping.
• Manage employee hiring, training, performance, and professional development.
• Maintain positive employee relations and promote a safe, productive work environment.
• Manage union relationships, collective bargaining agreements, grievance resolution, and labor relations.
• Partner with HR to ensure compliance with labor laws, union contracts, and workplace policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Management, or a related field required.
• 10+ years of plant management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Experience working in a unionized manufacturing environment required.
• Strong understanding of collective bargaining agreements, labor relations, and grievance procedures.
• Proven experience managing production operations, plant budgets, and operational performance.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment maintenance, and safety standards.
• Experience implementing continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple departments and manage competing priorities.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.